Ex- Australian Cricket Star Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Medically Induced Coma Following Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosis.
The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and placed in an induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.
Serious Health Battle Revealed
The 54-year-old âis in for the fight of his lifeâ, according to ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martynâs health situation on Tuesday.
âLetâs hope he can recover because itâs extremely grave,â Hardie said.
His condition remains serious after becoming unwell on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, according to family sources.
Understanding the Illness
Meningitis is inflammation of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar Playing Career
Widely regarded as one of Australiaâs most talented batters, playing 67 Tests and scoring 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 from 1992 and 2006.
His unbeaten 88 in the 2003 World Cup final â with a broken finger â was instrumental in Australia's win over India.
He announced a shock retirement in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England after struggling in the first couple of Tests.
Sporting Community Reacts
A former teammate Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to âkeep strongâ online, as the sporting world started sending support.
âThoughts and prayers sending your way . Stay strong and fight legend . Love to the family.â
Further updates to follow âŚ
